National Football Museum
National Football Museum is a national museum & exhibition in Greater Manchester, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £14 · Child £8.75 · Family £38.50 National Football Museum official: summer 2026 advance prices adult £14, child 5-15 £8.75, family saver £38.50 (standard rates at other times are a little higher); under-5s free. Free for City of Manchester council-tax payers with ID. Urbis Building, Cathedral Gardens. |
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| Opening times | Daily 10am-5pm (last admission 4pm); closed 24-25 December and 1 January. |
| Best time to go | Weekdays in term time. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast. |
| Best ages | Most suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children Best for 6+. |
| If it rains | Mostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest |
| Money saver | Many are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day. |
| Top tips | Do the interactive zones first. Combine with Manchester Cathedral. |
| What to pack | Snacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes |
Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source
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